Life Cycle
Biennial
Plant Characteristics
Short
Growth Habit
Compact
Bloom Season
Spring
Flavour Profile
Sweet
Suitable for
Outdoor
Seed Type
Organic
Plant Type
Vegetable
Planting Season
Autumn / Winter
Fruit Size
Short
Plant Height
25–30 cm
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Water Needs
Moderate
Hardiness Zones
3–9
Container Garden
Yes
Plant Spacing
5–8 cm
Planting Depth
1–1.5 cm
Growing Conditions
Cool
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Oxheart carrots suitable for raised garden beds?
Are Oxheart carrots suitable for raised garden beds?
Yes. Their short, broad roots make them a practical choice for raised beds, especially where soil depth is limited.
How can Oxheart carrots be kept from becoming misshapen?
How can Oxheart carrots be kept from becoming misshapen?
Keep the soil loose and free of stones, thin seedlings early, and avoid fresh manure. Even moisture also supports more consistent root development.
Can Oxheart carrots be grown alongside other root vegetables?
Can Oxheart carrots be grown alongside other root vegetables?
Yes. They can share a cool-season bed with compatible root crops when each crop has enough room and receives adequate sunlight.
Are Oxheart carrots suitable for succession sowing?
Are Oxheart carrots suitable for succession sowing?
Yes. Several sowings can be planned during suitable cool-season periods, allowing harvests to be spread across the growing window.
What makes Oxheart carrots different in root shape?
What makes Oxheart carrots different in root shape?
They form broad, relatively short roots rather than the long, slender shape associated with many traditional carrot varieties.
Can Oxheart carrots be harvested at different sizes?
Can Oxheart carrots be harvested at different sizes?
Yes. They may be harvested when the roots have reached a useful size, depending on the gardener's preferred texture and maturity.